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The Knoll House

Purbeck, Dorset

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3.9/5

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5.0/524 May 2026

Desmond • Couple Trip

Knol House Hotel is a little dated but is still a lovely place to stay. The location is ideal.

5.0/522 May 2026

Malcolm • Family Trip

The hotel’s public rooms maintain a faded charm of times long gone, but the bedrooms and bathrooms are modern, well equipped and functional. The setting overlooking the coast could not be bettered - and enjoying it whilst tucking into an excellent buffet breakfast was great. We will definitely return.

5.0/520 May 2026

Rod

Great position

5.0/516 May 2026

Tracy Lee • Others

Perfect location and the facilities are really good. Very dog friendly and I found it the perfect relaxing stay. Studland beach just minutes walk away. Breakfast really good , didn’t have dinner as went into Corfe. Love the whole area . Booked to come again

5.0/57 May 2026

Paul • Trip with Friends

A charming , if not slightly tired, hotel. In a beautiful spot, perfect as a base to further explore the area. From the moment I checked in, until the moment I checked out, all of the staff were extremely friendly, helpful , courteous and professional. The bed was very comfortable and the linen fresh and clean. Powerful hot shower. Plenty of tea & coffee. The breakfast buffet was excellent. A very enjoyable stay. I would love to see the proper receive the TLC it deserves.

5.0/524 Apr 2026

Matthew • Trip with Friends

Nice very big rooms. Great breakfast. Quick walk to beach. Never found the swimming pool. WiFi very poor in my room but fine in main building. Parking was chaotic, they need to use paint to delineate parking bays and maybe book bays for overnight people.

5.0/512 Apr 2026

Sandeep

Perfect

5.0/58 Apr 2026

Alan • Couple Trip

Very relaxing and enjoyable

5.0/57 Apr 2026

Nicholas • Others

Overall, the experience was very good. The room was perfect for our needs and with a great sea view. Most of the services and the quality of food was very good - along with the ease of parking and the Hotel's excellent location. My only criticism would be that there was no bottled water supplied in the room - nor any real choice of tea. On the services side, only a two-course dinner was available in the evening from the kitchen and no light snacks or room service were possible. Otherwise a very enjoyable stay.

5.0/55 Apr 2026

Rachel • Family Trip

Stayed in a family room which was great, only one door to the hall though the kids could reach the lock. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Shower room was very nice, clearly new, great shower! lovely products and towels. Beds were comfy and the room was very nearly blacked out by the curtains. The games room was fun, there is a separate room for younger children with TV and DVDs as well as books and toys. Indoor pool was perfect for the kids, hot tub wasn't working well but the sauna and steam were lovely for a short relax. Pirate ship play area was a hit! Food was enjoyable and staff friendly. Grateful that is was quiet as that suits us well. Path to the beach is bit rocky and uneven, best to walk via the road, short walk (few mins) car park is National Trust so pricey if not a member. Beach is fab. Cinema room was good. Plenty of spaces to sit around the hotel inside or out. Great to be able to take the dog with us. Overall would recommend - its not 5 star but its a lovely place for a short break esp with kids.

5.0/527 Dec 2025

Sally • Solo Trip

Very friendly staff, excellent food and a beautiful location makes for a delightful break.

5.0/522 Dec 2025

Vanessa • Others

We love coming to the knoll house, it is clean and quirky and has a lot of history attached to it. The food is lovely. It’s very dog friendly beautiful Studland beach is across the road. It has a small pool and Swanage is five minutes drive down the road. It’s a very relaxing place to be.

5.0/521 Dec 2025

Les • Trip with Friends

Superb location, great room which was nice and clean, loved the history of the place

5.0/521 Dec 2025

Lisa • Trip with Friends

Lovely stay calm and peaceful environment Clean room

5.0/519 Dec 2025

harriet • Family Trip

Another lovely stay at Knoll House. Staff and service were professional, supporting and understanding of our special requests; there was no fuss or challenges which made the weekend a relaxing break

5.0/517 Dec 2025

Graham • Couple Trip

Very good hotel

5.0/512 Dec 2025

NICOLA • Family Trip

2 bed suite - excellent facilities - used the spa, bed and breakfast, close to beach, bar and restaurant on site. Quirky. Great staff who go the extra mile.

5.0/512 Dec 2025

NICOLA • Family Trip

excellent room, took our dog, bed and breakfast only. Great location which is why we keep coming back - hotel quirky and a faint whiff of 'fawlty towers' about it - but in a good way. fabulous.

5.0/526 Nov 2025

Andrew • Couple Trip

5.0/526 Nov 2025

Elizabeth

The restaurant and bar service was excellent. The food of high quality and arrive promptly and hot. Everywhere was clean. Views fantastic though in places the decor and gadgets were tired.

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Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, Swanage, England, GB

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Check-in Procedure

Check-in4:00 PM-midnight

Check-out11:00

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

About The Knoll House

The Knoll House Location
With a stay at The Knoll House in Swanage, you'll be by the sea, just a 1-minute walk from Studland Beach and Nature Reserve and 8 minutes by foot from Knoll Beach. This beach hotel is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 8.2 mi (13.1 km) from Poole Harbour.

The Knoll House Facility and Service
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and an outdoor tennis court. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a banquet hall.

The Knoll House Rooms
Stay in one of 70 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains.

Restaurant and Cafe
At The Knoll House, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 - Thu, 27 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children